ATI LPN
Infection Control Exam Questions Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following cannot be used for sealing of blood vessels
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Doppler scan is for imaging, not sealing vessels.
Question 2 of 5
A previously stable postoperative client on the medical-surgical unit now has a blood pressure of 88/40 mm Hg and a heart rate of 124 beats/min. After placing the client in Trendelenburg position, which action does the nurse perform next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sudden drop in blood pressure and elevated heart rate indicate a critical deterioration requiring the RRT for immediate intervention, rather than delayed reassessment or premature Code Blue.
Question 3 of 5
TB germs are killed by half an hour in the sun.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ultraviolet light from the sun effectively kills TB bacteria within about 30 minutes.
Question 4 of 5
A positive culture always means infection.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A positive culture indicates presence of organisms but does not always signify active infection.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement is not true regarding viruses?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Viruses contain either DNA or RNA, not both, making the omitted option false; thus, 'ALL are true' is incorrect.